Casual Academics

Be challenged and imagine with us

Avondale University is seeking expressions of interest for casual academics to contribute to our science program through functions such as teaching or marking. We are interested in your expertise in the following specialty areas:

• Biology – Australian Flora and Fauna (including taxonomic classifications, physiology, threats and conservation)
• Chemistry

Avondale University is a Seventh-day Adventist organisation driven by its mission and values. Avondale is ranked #1 in Australia for overall educational experience according to the 2024 Good Universities Guide. If you share this passion for supporting the delivery of Christian tertiary education and can align with this mission, ethos and lifestyle principles, then you are encouraged to apply.

What will you need?

• Relevant Graduate Diploma or Masters degree;
• A skillset relevant to teaching and engaging with tertiary students;
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work as a team member; and
• Supportive of the mission, values and ethos of Avondale.

For further information, please email [email protected].

Email your application to [email protected], including:

• A resume;
• A cover letter addressing your suitability for the role; and
• Contact details of three referees.

Expressions of interest close on 13 June 2025

Please note there is no guarantee of work upon expression of interest. While receipt of all applications will be acknowledged, we will only be contacting further applicants who are aligned with the skillset and subject areas required in any given semester.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. Avondale is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right to make a delayed appointment, not to appoint, or to appoint by invitation.